In this deeply powerful episode of Our Forever Smiles, host Laura Arroyo sits down with Rachel Rogers, a cleft-affected adult who has spent years navigating her own challenges and finding the courage to share her story. Rachel opens up about her personal journey, from growing up in a Black family where cultural norms encouraged silence to overcoming the stigma of her cleft condition. For years, Rachel struggled to talk about her experiences, as her family often brushed things under the rug, making it difficult for her to process and share her emotions. However, through personal growth and resilience, Rachel has found her voice and is now connecting with other cleft-affected individuals and mothers, offering support and encouragement. In this episode, Rachel also shares about her book Princess Riley, written as part of her mission to advocate for children, build self-esteem, and raise awareness about the cleft community. She discusses the importance of representation, how her journey led her to become an advocate, and how she's empowering others to embrace their uniqueness. This is an inspiring conversation about healing, the power of storytelling, and the importance of creating spaces for people to share their cleft journeys without shame. Links and Resources: Princess Riley book Support groups and resources for cleft-affected individuals OFS Merch MIRL Patreon Today's sponsor is sienna dawn media Integrated Marketing Agency  sienna dawn media is more than just a marketing agency—they are your partners in progress. Their mission is simple — to alleviate marketing bandwidth, allowing creative business owners to focus on what they set out to do: create. sienna dawn media empowers creatives to thrive without the burden of managing their own social media and marketing campaigns. So, if you're ready to set sail toward new horizons, let sienna dawn media chart the course and steer your business toward success. Visit siennadawnmedia.com.

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